Category: Events and Shows

1. Heritage Motor Centre to host brand new "Classic post-war Motorcycle Show"

   Posted on 3:35pm Saturday 20th Jul 2013

   Heritage Motor Centre to host brand new "Classic post-war Motorcycle Show"

   The Heritage Motor Centre is launching a brand new show this year for enthusiasts of postwar 1945 motorcycles.

   The “Classic post-war Motorcycle Show” will take place on Sunday 25 August and is expected to attract over 700 bikes from a host of motorcycle clubs and private individuals. Although the HMC currently organises the annual nostalgic Banbury Run for pre-1931 motorcycles & 3 wheelers, it appeared there was a gap in the events calendar to showcase motorcycles from the post war era.

   In addition to the display of these marvelous machines including BSA, Triumph, Matchless, Norton, Kawasaki and Yamaha, visitors can also chat about biking experiences with fellow bikers plus wander around a bike jumble and trade stands as well as enjoying refreshments and a live band.

   Tom Caren, Show Manager for the Heritage Motor Centre stated “We are delighted to be launching a new show to showcase post-war motorcycles.  The post-war classic motorcycle scene is a popular area for enthusiasts of both British and foreign motorcycles. With over 700 bikes on display, these nostalgic machines will be a fantastic spectacle to admire plus being a great day out to meet other like-minded enthusiasts!”

   Onsite camping is available on the Saturday night and visitors are advised to enquire at the time of booking. Motorcycle entries are £7 per person. Spectator prices are £12 for Adults, £10 for Concessions, £8 for Children (Age 5-16) and under 5’s are free. For advanced tickets please call 01926 645029.

   www.heritage-motor-centre.co.uk

2. BMF’s end of season party - Tailend gears up after a very successful Kelso bikefest

   Posted on 10:27am Thursday 18th Jul 2013

   BMF Show organisers The Mulberry Group have said that as a result of a very successful Kelso Bikefest,(5-7 July)  the BMF Tailend Show (13-15 September) is looking very good.

   “The Kelso weekend gave us a large increase on last year’s attendance” said Mulberry’s MD Martin Chick, “and the weather helped enormously, as a result, bookings for Tailend are now coming in thick and fast”.

   Tailend will again feature a stunt competition throughout the weekend with over 30 riders from all over the world including the USA, Europe and hopefully Australia and organisers are hoping to install temporary grandstand seating to give visitors an even greater view of the action. 

   The show weekend will also be the last chance for people to get their raffle tickets to win the trip of a lifetime with Riders for Health on one of their Experience Africa rides – the winning ticket will be drawn at the show on Sunday 15th September. The BMF Shows may not be back to the numbers of the mid/late 70’s, but things are definitely moving in the right direction and the Tailend Show will be a great party.

   Keep up to date with full developments via www.thebmfshow.co.uk

   Next Show date: Tailend 13-15 September, Peterborough Arena 

   About the BMF Shows

   The BMF shows have been running for over 38 years. The shows offer members and non-members the opportunity to meet other bikers and to learn more about the work of the BMF.

   The May Show (17-19 May 2013) is the season ‘opener’ and held at the Peterborough Arena (formerly the East of England Showground).

   It is one of Europe’s largest (if not the largest) motorcycle shows. The BMF Kelso Bikefest, (5-7 July 2013) held at the Union Borders Showground, is positioned to be accessible bikers in Scotland and the North of England and is the second show of the season. 

   The final offering of the season is wrapped up with the Tailend Show, again in Peterborough, (13 - 15 September 2013) where, amongst other things a World Stunt Competition will be held.

   About the BMF

   The British Motorcyclists Federation was established in 1960 and was formed to represent all motorcyclists. The bmf's successful lobbying defeated such ill-conceived ideas as leg-protectors and the 100bhp limit restriction and continues to Promote, Pursue and Protect the rights of all motorcyclists.

   www.bmf.co.uk

3. Treasure Hunt - Wed 24th July - From 6pm!

   Posted on 10:38am Tuesday 16th Jul 2013

   Come join us at the Keighley Motorcycle Shop for a FREE fun-filled evening of treasure hunting! There will be a BBQ & refreshments afterwards, and prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places.

   The evening kicks off around 6pm, with the Treasure Hunt in and around Keighley (~10 mile radius, so bring a mode of transport or a fit pair of legs!) expected to take about 1 hour. Post-hunt we'll be serving up some tasty BBQ grub and refreshments, so come join us for a light-hearted, fun, social gathering!

   www.colinappleyard.com

4. Bike night @ Hull College

   Posted on 10:46am Thursday 11th Jul 2013

   I would just like thank all who came to our Bike night (10th July)

   What a brilliant night! We raised just under £370 for Help for Heroes.

   Well done people and thank you.

   Keith Watling

5. LEGENDERY DRUMMER JOHN COGHLAN CHANGES THE STATUS QUO AT BILLING BIKE FEST

   Posted on 10:46am Tuesday 9th Jul 2013

   The original drummer from the legendary rock group Status Quo will be performing at Billing Bike Fest, held at Northamptonshire’s Billing Aquadrome on 20th and 21st July.

   John Coghlan was the bedrock of the group in the 1960s and 70s, playing with Status Quo right up to 1981. Playing the drums with the iconic rock band, he toured the world with the Quo as the powerhouse behind the band.

   John, now with his own band John Coghlan’s Quo will be performing many of Quos hits and favourite tracks, at Billing Bike Fest on Saturday.

   Tom Siddall, Event Director of Billing Bike Fest said: "We are so delighted that such a legendary rocker will be at Bike Fest with his group. He is bound to be a great favourite for all visitors, whether they’ve come for the motorbikes or the music!”

   John Coghlan is not the only new addition to Saturday’s line-up as Bike Fest will also be joined by the Joseph Peace Stunt Show. According to Joseph Peace, he set out to devise a show like no other, blending circus and comedy with an insane amount of fire. This show is sure to have you cheering one moment and gob smacked the next!

   Visitors can also enjoy the Bolddog Lings Mini-X Tour, uses Britain’s best motocross and extreme sports participants, introducing the mobile Mini-bike freestyle ramp. Plus other bands appearing include last year’s headline act The Great Divide along with Sons of Icarus, Dionysus Unbound and Foo Fighters tribute band The Four Fighters.

   Supporting the Marco Simmoncelli foundation, Billing Bike Fest will host more than 250 riders taking part in their 2013 charity ride out, as well as having hundreds of bikes on show from motorcycle manufacturers. Motorcycle clubs will showcase everything from great British classics to modern day heroes, Japanese elegance to American icons.

   And what festival wouldn’t be complete without the fantastic camping facilities at Billing Aquadrome including an indoor aqua park for all ages, go karting, climbing walls and much more.

   Adult ticket prices start from just £10 when booking in advance or £12 on the gate. Children under the age of 16 get free entry when accompanied by an adult. Parking is also free throughout. The show is open from 10am to 5pm each day. Camping is £25 per adult and £12.50 per child. Camping can be booked by contacting 01524 781453 (8am-8pm weekdays). To book day tickets call 0844 8540064.

   For the latest updates visit www.billingbikefest.com